Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Rebel Wilson
From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Rebel Wilson made an impact.
Rebel Wilson is an Australian actress, comedian, and producer. She began her career in Australia with appearances in comedy series like Pizza (2003-2007) and The Wedge (2006-2007), and she created, wrote, produced, and starred in the musical comedy series Bogan Pride (2008). Wilson gained international recognition after moving to the United States and appearing in films such as Bridesmaids and A Few Best Men, both released in 2011.
1988: *The Hustle* remake
In 2019, Rebel Wilson starred alongside Anne Hathaway in *The Hustle*, a female-centred remake of the 1988 comedy film *Dirty Rotten Scoundrels*.
2002: First stage musical *The Westie Monologues*
In 2002 Rebel Wilson came to public attention with her stage musical *The Westie Monologues*, which she wrote, starred in and produced in Sydney.
2003: Appearing in *Pizza*
In 2003, Rebel Wilson began her acting career by appearing in the SBS comedy series *Pizza*.
2003: Moving to New York after winning scholarship
In 2003, Rebel Wilson moved to New York after winning the ATYP International scholarship, which was funded by Nicole Kidman.
2004: Australian Idol Telstra advertisements
From 2004 to 2005, Rebel Wilson played an Australian Idol mad schoolgirl in a series of Telstra advertisements shown during Australian Idol.
2005: Australian Idol Telstra advertisements
From 2004 to 2005, Rebel Wilson played an Australian Idol mad schoolgirl in a series of Telstra advertisements shown during Australian Idol.
2006: Appearing in *The Wedge*
In 2006, Rebel Wilson appeared in the sketch comedy show *The Wedge*.
2007: Appearing in *The Wedge*
In 2007, Rebel Wilson appeared in the sketch comedy show *The Wedge*.
2007: Role in *Ghost Rider*
In 2007, Rebel Wilson had a role in the feature film *Ghost Rider*.
2008: Creating, writing, producing and starring in *Bogan Pride*
In 2008, Rebel Wilson created, wrote, produced and starred in the musical comedy series *Bogan Pride* on SBS One and also starred in the improvisational Nine Network series *Monster House*.
January 2010: Moving to the United States
In January 2010, Rebel Wilson moved to the United States and signed to talent and literary agents William Morris Endeavor.
July 2011: Became a spokesperson for Jenny Craig
In July 2011, Rebel Wilson became a spokesperson for the weight loss and nutrition company Jenny Craig in Australia.
August 2011: Replacing Casey Wilson in *Bachelorette*
On 19 August 2011, it was reported that Rebel Wilson had replaced Casey Wilson in *Bachelorette*.
2011: Appearances in *Bridesmaids* and *A Few Best Men*
In 2011, Rebel Wilson appeared in the comedy films *Bridesmaids* and *A Few Best Men*.
2011: Filming *A Few Best Men* and named as top comic to watch
In early 2011, Rebel Wilson filmed *A Few Best Men* at Fox Studios Australia and was named one of Variety magazine's "Top Ten Comics to Watch for 2011".
January 2012: Announcing *Super Fun Night*
In January 2012, it was announced that Rebel Wilson would be writing and starring in *Super Fun Night*, a comedy. The pilot was picked up by CBS.
2012: Appearances in comedy films and Pitch Perfect film series
In 2012, Rebel Wilson appeared in the comedy films *What to Expect When You're Expecting*, *Struck by Lightning*, and *Bachelorette*. She also gained recognition for her role in the *Pitch Perfect* film series.
2012: Role in *What to Expect When You're Expecting*
In 2012, Rebel Wilson had a role in the ensemble comedy *What to Expect When You're Expecting*, as Janice, and co-starred in the indie film *Struck By Lightning*.
2012: Voicing in *Ice Age* and role in *Pitch Perfect*
In 2012, Rebel Wilson voiced a character in *Ice Age: Continental Drift* and played Fat Amy in *Pitch Perfect*, earning critical acclaim and award nominations.
February 2013: Ended agreement with Jenny Craig
In February 2013, Rebel Wilson confirmed that she had ended her agreement with Jenny Craig the previous year.
April 2013: Hosting the MTV Movie Awards
Rebel Wilson hosted the 2013 MTV Movie Awards on 14 April 2013.
October 2013: *Super Fun Night* begins broadcasting
On 2 October 2013, *Super Fun Night* began broadcasting on ABC, after being picked up by the network.
2013: Plus-size T-shirt collection
In 2013, Rebel Wilson created a plus-size T-shirt collection named after her "Fat Mandi" character in *The Wedge* featuring images of donuts and cupcakes.
2013: Comments on making fat jokes
In 2013, Rebel Wilson stated in an interview with Hunger Magazine that she would make fat jokes as long as she looked like she did, acknowledging that comedians use their physicality and she uses her size. She felt her agency signed her quickly as they had no one like her on their books.
2013: Writing and starring in *Super Fun Night*
In 2013, Rebel Wilson wrote and starred in *Super Fun Night*, a television sitcom that aired for one season on ABC.
March 2014: Voice of Dish Network's Hopper DVR
In March 2014, Rebel Wilson became the voice of the animated kangaroo in Dish Network's marketing campaign for its Hopper DVR.
September 2015: Replaced in *Kung Fu Panda 3*
In September 2015, Rebel Wilson was replaced by Kate Hudson in the voice cast for *Kung Fu Panda 3*.
February 2016: Appearance in *How to Be Single*
In February 2016, Rebel Wilson appeared in the ensemble comedy *How to Be Single* and presented the nominations for the Best Supporting Actor category at the 69th British Academy Film Awards.
June 2016: Ursula in *The Little Mermaid*
In June 2016, Rebel Wilson appeared as Ursula, the sea witch, in an all-star concert version of *The Little Mermaid* at the Hollywood Bowl.
August 2016: West End debut in *Guys and Dolls*
From 28 June to 21 August 2016, Rebel Wilson made her West End debut in the musical *Guys and Dolls* in the role of Miss Adelaide.
2016: Missed out on movie roles
Following the Woman's Day incident, Rebel Wilson was "sacked from two DreamWorks animations" and "missed out on movie roles during 2015 and 2016".
2016: Belief in bigger girls doing better in comedy
In 2016, Rebel Wilson said that she felt bigger girls did better in comedy because they are easier to laugh at and used that to her advantage.
June 2017: Donation of awarded dollars
In June 2017, Rebel Wilson tweeted that any dollars she received would go to charity, scholarships, or invested into the Aussie film industry to provide jobs.
2017: Launching plus-sized clothing range
In 2017, Rebel Wilson launched a plus-sized clothing range called Rebel Wilson x Angels on the heels of a collaboration with Torrid.
2017: Reprising role in *Pitch Perfect 3*
In 2017, Rebel Wilson reprised her role in *Pitch Perfect 3*.
2017: Part of *Pitch Perfect* film series
Rebel Wilson played a role in the musical comedy *Pitch Perfect* film series up to 2017.
May 2018: LeFou in *Beauty and the Beast*
In May 2018, Rebel Wilson played LeFou in a production of *Beauty and the Beast: Live in Concert* at the Hollywood Bowl and appeared on the cover of Vogue Australia for the first time.
2019: Lead roles in *Isn't It Romantic* and *The Hustle*
In 2019, Rebel Wilson had her first lead roles in the comedies *Isn't It Romantic* and *The Hustle*, and also had a supporting role in the comedy drama *Jojo Rabbit*.
2019: Starring in comedies and Australian drama series
In 2019, Rebel Wilson starred in the comedies *Isn't It Romantic* and *The Hustle*, and played twins in the Australian drama series *Les Norton*. She also appeared in *Jojo Rabbit* and *Cats*.
May 2022: Starring in *Senior Year*
In May 2022, Rebel Wilson starred in the Netflix comedy film *Senior Year*.
2022: Starring in and producing *Senior Year*
In 2022, Rebel Wilson starred in the Netflix comedy film *Senior Year*, also serving as a producer.
September 2023: Production began for *The Deb*
Production began in September 2023 for *The Deb*, a musical comedy film set in the Australian outback and Rebel Wilson's directorial debut.
April 2024: Publication of memoir 'Rebel Rising'
In April 2024, Rebel Wilson's memoir, Rebel Rising, was published, garnering attention for her recounting of discomfort on the set of Grimsby.
September 2025: Appearance in Bi-ray music video
In September 2025, Rebel Wilson appeared in the Bi-ray music video *Butterfly (Narrative Version)* directed by Japanese rock star Yoshiki.
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